Senior Technical Intelligence & Acquisition Engineer

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions in Bedford, MA is seeking a Senior Acquisition Engineer with 6+ years of acquisition engineering and all-source intelligence experience. The ideal candidate will support DoD/USAF programs, ensure intelligence integration, and maintain TS/SCI clearance.

The role emphasizes engineering analysis, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams across the acquisition life cycle to minimize cost and schedule risks while delivering superior mission support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of acquisition engineering experience.
• All-source intelligence experience required.
• U.S. citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide intelligence supportability analysis of DoD/USAF acquisition programs.
• Assess technical risks to cost, schedule, and performance early in life cycle.
• Identify intelligence needs across the acquisition life cycle.
• Develop threat/target products tailored for weapon system programs.
• Prepare portfolio documentation detailing mission, leadership, and requirements.
• Coordinate with IC on portfolio-specific intelligence products.

Skills

All-source intelligence experience

Acquisition engineering experience

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Applied Research Solutions in Bedford, MA is seeking a Senior Acquisition Engineer with 6+ years of acquisition engineering and all-source intelligence experience. The ideal candidate will support DoD/USAF programs, ensure intelligence integration, and maintain TS/SCI clearance.

The role emphasizes engineering analysis, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams across the acquisition life cycle to minimize cost and schedule risks while delivering superior mission support.